Half of US teens spend over 4 hours daily on screens, CDC study finds
A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.
A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.
Georgetown woman encourages self-exams after receiving cancer diagnoses while pregnant
A Georgetown woman found out she had breast cancer at the same time she found out she was pregnant.
A Georgetown woman found out she had breast cancer at the same time she found out she was pregnant.
Tips to stay safe while out on Halloween
It is Halloween and parents are getting their kids ready to go trick or treating.
It is Halloween and parents are getting their kids ready to go trick or treating.
Halloween safety tips from Round Rock nurse
It is Halloween and parents are getting their kids ready to go trick or treating. And as fun as the night can be, there are some dangers to avoid. A Central Texas nurse joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
It is Halloween and parents are getting their kids ready to go trick or treating. And as fun as the night can be, there are some dangers to avoid. A Central Texas nurse joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
Bird flu detected in pig for 1st time in US: What it means for humans
A pig infected with bird flu in Oregon has raised concerns about the virus’s potential to threaten humans, but the current risk to the public remains low.
A pig infected with bird flu in Oregon has raised concerns about the virus’s potential to threaten humans, but the current risk to the public remains low.
Cases in McDonald’s E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions rise to 90
The number of E. coli cases linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has climbed to at least 90, the FDA said.
The number of E. coli cases linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has climbed to at least 90, the FDA said.
Mycoplasma pneumoniae or ‘walking pneumonia’: Symptoms, treatment information
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae are “typically gradual," the CDC says. It can include fever, a cough, and a sore throat.
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae are “typically gradual," the CDC says. It can include fever, a cough, and a sore throat.
Gout: Signs, symptoms and how to prevent it
Historically gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis, has often been referred to as the "disease of kings" or the "rich man's disease" because the rich were the ones able to afford foods that contributed to the condition. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology finds that gout is becoming more common and cases have been on the rise.
Historically gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis, has often been referred to as the "disease of kings" or the "rich man's disease" because the rich were the ones able to afford foods that contributed to the condition. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology finds that gout is becoming more common and cases have been on the rise.
Researchers targeting childhood heart disease with stem cells, AI
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
Fibroids: What they are and how to treat them
It's something that impacts a large number of women at some point but gets very little attention. So there is a lot to learn about fibroids. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti explains.
It's something that impacts a large number of women at some point but gets very little attention. So there is a lot to learn about fibroids. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti explains.
Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
RSV: How to protect yourself from getting sick
RSV hospitalizations, along with flu and COVID-19, are expected to be similar to or lower than last fall and winter season. But it's still important to know how to stay healthy. St. David's Children's Hospital emergency medicine physician Dr. Kevin Smith has the details.
RSV hospitalizations, along with flu and COVID-19, are expected to be similar to or lower than last fall and winter season. But it's still important to know how to stay healthy. St. David's Children's Hospital emergency medicine physician Dr. Kevin Smith has the details.
CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
Austin Kidney Walk 2024
The National Kidney Foundation hosted the annual Kidney Walk at The Pitch in Northeast Austin.
The National Kidney Foundation hosted the annual Kidney Walk at The Pitch in Northeast Austin.
More Than Pink Walk 2024
Thousands gathered at Barton Creek Square to show support for breast cancer research.
Thousands gathered at Barton Creek Square to show support for breast cancer research.
More Than Pink Walk 2024: Thousands gather in SW Austin
Thousands decked out in pink came out to show their support in the fight to end breast cancer at Barton Creek Square at the More Than Pink Walk.
Thousands decked out in pink came out to show their support in the fight to end breast cancer at Barton Creek Square at the More Than Pink Walk.
Poor sleep quality linked to faster brain aging, study finds
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
NASA astronaut released from hospital after 'medical issue' during splashdown
The SpaceX Dragon crew members completed a 235-day mission, 232 days of which were spent aboard the International Space Station conducting scientific research.
The SpaceX Dragon crew members completed a 235-day mission, 232 days of which were spent aboard the International Space Station conducting scientific research.
2024 Austin Kidney Walk takes place Oct. 27
The annual Austin Kidney Walk is this weekend. Hundreds of people will come together to raise awareness about kidney disease and money for supportive and educational programs.
The annual Austin Kidney Walk is this weekend. Hundreds of people will come together to raise awareness about kidney disease and money for supportive and educational programs.